Par SPARKE PHILIP. The idea behind this work was to create an opening piece, something to start a concert in an unusual way. The title is a portmanteau word derived from madrigal. The work indeed begins in Renaissance mood however gradually tries to shake of its modal start and, by contrasting different instrumental families, the work changes into modern clothes. Why not add a little Renaissance splendor to any concert with this unique new work? / Niveau : 4 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Brass Band

Easter Fantasy. Par BILKES MICHAEL. Fantasia di Pasqua is a fantasy in which traditional Easter melodies have been used. The work is written for brass band with a separate brass quartet which, since this music is often performed in churches, the composer suggests should be positioned on a gallery. This creates a double choir effect and perfectly fits the Renaissance-like style. Each of the melodies is played in various dance-like cadences that, partly because of the double choir effect, will result in a very lively and original performance. / Hymnes et chorals / Répertoire / Brass Band

Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. From Ancient Times is a major work for brass band, inspired largely by the music of the Franco-Flemish School of the Renaissance. Hints of Gregorian chant and middle age dances pay tribute to music from even earlier times. The foundation of this spectacular work rests on truly ‘ancient times’ while the tonal language is of a much more modern nature! / Niveau : 6 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Brass Band

Arr. Philip Sparke. Par HENRY VIII. Pastime with Good Company est une brillante composition du roi Henri VIII d’Angleterre. Rajoutez, dans votre programme, cette oeuvre typiquement pétillante de la Renaissance. / Niveau : 3 / Répertoire / Brass Band

On a Theme in Ancient Style. Par DE HAAN JAN. Chorale Variations comprend six variations sur un thème authentique de la renaissance. Composé en tant que morceau imposé pour le concours connu Gouden Spiker Festival en Frise (Pays-Bas), cette oeuvre ambitieuse pour concert ou concours présente des parties attirantes et exigeantes pour toutes les sections. / Niveau : 3 / Hymnes et chorals / Répertoire / Brass Band

Par DE HAAN JACOB. A collection of 5 short works in pop style which can be performed by any kind of compilation. The titles can be presented on the programme as separate works but the Universal Band Collection can also be performed as a complete suite. From a didactic point of view it is a suitable work to teach musicians something about the structure in music. For this purpose not only the big structure but also the small structure was kept very clear. Western Girl : A girl from the west of the USA rides her horse across the prairie, dreaming of her future. The rough structure: introduction - theme in a blues scale - the same thing in a different instrumentation - finale. Just a ballad : A balladin pop style with a rough A-B-A form. First there is the introduction of the main theme (A), then follows a tenor melody in minor with a rhythmical reference to the main theme (B). Finally there is the main melody, performed tutti with a different rhythm in the drums (A'). Play the Game : An English saying meaning: play fairly. Playful music in up-tempo with a wink to China, where almost all games are manufactured nowadays. Once again an A-B-A structure here. San Diego : A Mexican fugitive enjoys his freedom in America but also remembers his place of birth with melancholy. A sad minor melody with a straight trendy beat appears twice. The second time it has a slightly different instrumentation, in which the muted trumpets represent the Mexican feeling. Final Dance : Eventually there is a dance with an introduction in renaissance style, followed by a fast dance in rock style. All this composed in a classical song structure: introduction, verse, bridge, chorus, shortened verse, bridge, chorus, chorus. / Niveau : 2 / Musique légère originale / Répertoire / Brass Band

On a Theme in Ancient Style. Par DE HAAN JAN. Chorale Variations comprend six variations sur un thème authentique de la renaissance. Composé en tant que morceau imposé pour le concours connu Gouden Spiker Festival en Frise (Pays-Bas), cette oeuvre ambitieuse pour concert ou concours présente des parties attirantes et exigeantes pour toutes les sections. / Niveau : 3 / Hymnes et chorals / Répertoire / Brass Band